M - 8 TRANSOM STORAGE LOCKER
Integrated
Bow Platform
The transom storage provides storage for such things
as dock fenders, personal floatation devices, dockside
power cord(s) etc. The storage lockers use latches for
easy access. To open, lift the handle. The latches are
flush mounted to prevent injury or accidental opening.
See Figure M11.
Anchor
Chute
Bow Roller
Transom
Systems
Locker
Transom Storage Locker
Figure M10: Integrated Bow Platform
M - 10 WINDLASS
A windlass is an electrically controlled winch mech-
anism for retrieving the anchor standard on the V375
models. The mechanical winch portion is mounted
inside the anchor locker, at the bow. See Figure M11.
The windlass can be controlled by a set of foot pads
(electrical switches) mounted on the foredeck or it can
be operated from the helm. A circuit breaker on the
battery switch is provided to protect the windlass from
a possible overload situation. A circuit breaker at the
Wet
Storage Lockers
Ladder Lid
Figure M11: Transom Storage Locker
12VDC
helm breaker panel is also provided to protect
M - 9 BOW PLATFORM
the windlass circuit. Refer to the manufacturer’s
literature included in the owner’s packet for windlass
operation.
The V375 models are designed with an integrated
bow platform. This bow platform provides a functional
base for anchoring. The anchor is stored in the anchor
chute of the platform. The anchor roller provides
support for the chain/rope and anchor. See Figure
M10. Refer to Chapman’s Piloting, Seamanship and
Small Boat Handling or local anchorage authority for
anchor type and size recommendation.
Anchor
Locker Lid
Deck Plate Chain Stop
Windlass
Foot
Switches
To prevent a possible man overboard situation,
NEVER stand on, or try to utilize the bow
Windlass
platform in any way while the boat is underway.
Figure M11: Windlass
Along with the windlass comes an anchor, rope
and chain. The anchor line is stored in the anchor line
Exterior Equipment - Section M
Owner’s Manual Page 152
| Categories | Four Winns Manuals, Four Winns V-Series Manuals |
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| Tags | Four Winns V375 |
| Model Year | 2011 |
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| Language | English |
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